Lucy H.

Great Happy Hour menu! Had a couple tacos. The salsa was really tasty! Gf had the bowl. Good vibes. Good food. Good service.

Shannon W.

Dropped in The White Rooster after a paddle in the Harbor. This place is such a gem! The food was excellent and our Server Joey was so nice. My husband and I split the Elvis waffles and the steak burrito. The waffles are so decadent and delicious also gluten free! The Steak burrito was packed with meat! And the potatoes are delicious. The Horchata latte was chefs kiss. Will definitely be back. Happy to have this place in the neighborhood.

Paul L.

Jack was a great server which added to the enjoyment of an already delicious meal that was completely GF! The Tri tip tacos were excellent!! The blueberry waffles were also delicious.

Michael V.

This spot is a heavy hitter! Drinks - Saddleback Sangria Slushie 4.5/5: Good balance in flavors, and stronger than expected. Very refreshing. - The Bruce Banner 4.5/5: surprisingly good, and I have never felt so healthy, while drinking champagne. Food - Brekkie Quesadilla, with Carnitas and bacon 5/5: The proteins paired really well, making it so rich and savory. The salsas, especially the tomatillo, were nice additions of freshness. - Brunch Burrito, with Carnitas 4.5/5: The carnitas was tender and flavorful and the sweet potato made for a different profile. The taco sauce went really well with it. - Salted Date Cinnamon Roll 4/5: Not the standard softness; much more dense, with the dates being a pleasant, natural sweetner It was packed, but we were greated immediately and they were still able to sit us quickly. The staff was attentive and well trained. The runners were quick and polite. Braden was a super star, and his suggestions and pairings were spot on for us.

Mihoka F.

I was spiritually rearranged. That's all I can say. The White Rooster said: "we close at 8 but also we might change your life at 7:12pm. nbd." We pull up after I just graded 80 student presentations (imagine being stuck in a room for 3 hours listening and grading simultaneously, students anxious sweat in the air, and my existence barely tethered to the moral realm as I try to focus), and I'm with The Boulder™, who apparently decided this was the night to take me somewhere (i think he likes me) we choose the White Rooster. Initially suspicious. It's empty. I'm thinking: "Is this a takeout place?" Are we about to be gently asked to leave in 15 minutes?" NO. They just said, "what if we take you on a magic school bus fieldtrip to... flavor town?" The FOOD??? FIRST the TRIP TIP BURRITO MONUMENT??! We ordered the smoked tri-tip situation, and I need you to understand this was not a plate. This was a landscape A truckload of meat -- tri-tip, bacon, carnitas -- just casually stacked like they're about to unionize, with roasted vegetables dramatically draped over the top like fainting women in a Renaissance painting. And the sauce??? I don't know her name. I don't know her origin story. But she was: * creamy * tangy * a little spicy * emotionally supportive Nothing needed elevating but she elevated anyway. Overachiever. HOT HONEY CHICKEN TACOS Delicious. No notes. They knew exactly what they were doing and did not ask for permission. The APPS??? IN *THIS* ECONOMY??? WHY is the guac served in a cereal bowl. WHY are there enough chips to feed a crowd at a Super Bowl party? Sir. Ma'am. Business owner. Are you trying to go bankrupt?? Because I will enable you. this was new on the menu, our server hadn't tried it yet, and The Boulder™ (a tall, kinda nice, geoloical entity) was like: "do you want to try some?" And suddenly we are sharing guac like it's communion. Beautiful. Human. Civic duty. Then... I am handed a slushie margarita. (I know this is quite the saga...but bear with me) I take a sip. Pause. I'm told it's wine-based I gave it *severe* side-eye. Because listen -- I am a 5ft Japanese girl but my farming lineage says alcohol is *the water of life*, and I come from a household with a whisky collection, gins, tequilas... I know my way around a drink. BUT. ...this??? Was actually kinda cute??? It tasted like: a high school girl punching her crush after he teases her too much Light. Fruity. Dangerous. You need to serve this with a THICK ASS STRAW because I wanted to inhale it like my survival depended on it. (Lowkey bc it does) The booth benches are HARD. Like... sit up straight and reflect on your life choices hard. But honestly? Character building. TLDR: Kind staff. Confusingly amazing food. Portions that challenge capitalism. A breakfast spot that said "what if we simply became iconic at night." I will be back. The Boulder™ will be back. The guac will haunt me until I return PS. If ya ever want to do a japanese izakaya fusion/blend menu, let me know :)

Jeff M.

A breath of fresh air in eatery's in South County. From the name, to the setting, the menu, the staff, the location and feel of its environment, the white rooster is now part of my fav's for brunch. 1 block away from the beach with plenty of parking. It's a must if in the area. Make sure to try the special's of the day because they are special. So much flavour and great size portions, i was left with an aww. for those that don't know, CHEF Cambell is a well known cook master that creates specialty dishes that fill the heart at each bite. OH! dont forget to try the special drinks and the special in house sauces.

Kerry S.

We came here for lunch on a Saturday and had about a 25-minute wait. The restaurant has a cool vibe with a large indoor/outdoor feel. The servers were nice and the place was clean. I ordered the Pacific Pearl Chopped Salad with the dressing on the side (3/10), but it came already mixed in. I also didn't care for the hard Brussels sprouts and thought the overall flavor was a bit odd. My husband ordered the Tri-Tip Bowl and really enjoyed it (8/10). Overall, it's a nice spot and we'd come back to try some other menu items.

Robyn K.

GREAT local spot with quality ingredients and interesting combination. OBSESSED with the fact that they have such a huge selection of Gluten Free pastries (that my gluten-loving hubby also loves)! No one has a GF selection like that unless their a dedicated bakery. We will definitely be back. Service was a little slow when we went, but it is still new, and it was packed. Everyone was friendly tho and we had the time so no biggie. Just don't expect a fast experience. Get there and enjoy your time (and delish food!!).

Mary Ann P.

Great spot for breakfast and lunch. Servers are all so nice and attentive We tried the blue corn waffle with blueberry compote and marscapone cheese with a side of bacon. Very generous portion and delicious. Latte was also so good. Can't wait to try a few more things Plenty of parking and outside seating too

Victoria P.

Amazing new spot for anyone who loves Mexican food, or classic breakfast/brunch entrees. We came by around 12 and it was about a 40 minute wait. Love that the entire menu does not include any seed oils and great seafood options. The Elvis waffle was hands down the star of the show! There's great coffee/matcha and cocktail options depending on the vibe you're looking for. The short rib tacos were delicious, and all tables have 3 different sauces :green, red and tomatillo. Staff were extremely nice, prompt with service and provided good first time recommendations. Definitely looking forward to trying the tuna melt, next time!

Elisa G.

I had a strange and very interesting experience here tonight and I will definitely come back. I had the smoked yellowtail bowl with too much aïoli which was kind of disappointing however bf loved his tri tip bowl and didn't have an issue with the aioli sauce. Same as mine as far as sauce. Mine had a weird tuna salad or something next to the quinoa and slaw. I can't quite say I enjoyed mine and next time will order the fish tacos. The lime tortilla soup was the highlight for me. On the positive side, most everything is gluten free.

Angela E.

I'd heard so much great talk around town about the new White Rooster and the amazing chef that had taken over The Doheny Cafe, I just had to come down and give it a try! Brought my son for brunch one day and we were both quite impressed. The food was very flavorful and it's no wonder the tri tip tacos are a fan favorite! The cinnamon bun is worth a return visit! Staff were very friendly and helpful with recommendations. The restaurant has an upscale beach vibe with a great open concept eating area. It never felt too loud even though the place was packed. I think The White Rooster is a great new addition to DP - welcome to the neighborhood!

Mateo S.

I ate before taking the photo because I don't often do reviews, but this food is fantastic! It's gluten-free but no compromises on taste. In fact, the meal was so well crafted and uniquely delicious I was blown away. The blue corn waffles were light, crispy, and richly flavorful -- best I've had! The avocado slaw has redefined what cole slaw is for me -- savory sweet crunchy delight! Service is friendly and responsive. Ambiance is comfy low key beach town vibe. Love it!